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Drone Operator

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April 28, 2024 4 minute read

Are you passionate about aviation and technology? Do you dream of operating drones and using them to make a positive impact on the world? If so, a career as a Drone Operator could be the perfect fit for you.

What is a Drone Operator?

Drone Operators are responsible for flying and operating drones, also known as unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs). They use drones for a variety of purposes, including aerial photography and videography, mapping and surveying, search and rescue operations, and package delivery. Drone Operators must have a deep understanding of drone technology, as well as strong piloting skills.

How to Become a Drone Operator

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Salaries for Drone Operator

City

25th Percentile

50th Percentile

75th Percentile

Median

New York

$93,000

$104,000

$117,000

$104,000

San Francisco

$79,000

$102,000

$126,000

$102,000

Seattle

$68,000

$79,000

$92,000

$79,000

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City

25th Percentile

50th Percentile

75th Percentile

Median

New York

$93,000

$104,000

$117,000

$104,000

San Francisco

$79,000

$102,000

$126,000

$102,000

Seattle

$68,000

$79,000

$92,000

$79,000

Toronto

$119,000

$137,000

$154,000

$137,000

London

£64,000

£76,000

£93,000

£76,000

Paris

€8,000

€12,000

€14,000

€12,000

Berlin

€48,000

€66,000

€96,000

€66,000

Tel Aviv

₪460,000

₪532,000

₪660,000

₪532,000

Singapore

S$66,000

S$101,000

S$160,000

S$101,000

Beijing

¥120,000

¥154,000

¥208,000

¥154,000

Shanghai

¥194,000

¥247,000

¥316,000

¥247,000

Bengalaru

₹200,000

₹290,000

₹340,000

₹290,000

Bengalaru

₹268,000

₹330,000

₹412,000

₹330,000

Delhi

₹313,000

₹460,000

₹604,000

₹460,000

Bars indicate relevance. All salaries presented are estimates. Completion of this course does not guarantee or imply job placement or career outcomes.

Path to Drone Operator

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We've curated six courses to help you on your path to Drone Operator. Use these to develop your skills, build background knowledge, and put what you learn to practice.

Sorted from most relevant to least relevant:

Introduction to Fixed-Wing Drone Design

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Fundamentals of Aviation Business Management

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Agriculture 4.0 - The Agriculture Industry in Industry 4.0

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Survival Communications

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Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems/ UAV Pilot Introduction

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The Art of Automotive Videography

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